Research Assistants
Rachael Buchwald
J.D. Candidate 2027
Rachael is a second-year law student at the University of Manitoba, holding a Bachelor of Health Studies (Distinction) with a concentration in Health Policy, Program Planning, and Evaluation. She has a growing interest in business law and is enthusiastic about contributing to an organization that supports and strengthens the Manitoba business community. Rachael has a background in the performing arts and brings extensive experience engaging with local non-profit arts organizations, which she looks forward to drawing upon in her work with the L. Kerry Vickar Business Law Clinic.
Reece Cymbalisty
J.D. Candidate 2027
Reece Cymbalisty began his academic journey with a Bachelor of Science in Geology from the University of Calgary before pursuing legal studies at the University of Manitoba. With extensive experience in the energy sector at a leading oil and gas company, Reece brings a unique combination of technical expertise and legal knowledge to the clinic. He is passionate about intellectual property law and emerging technologies and eager to help entrepreneurs protect and leverage their innovations. "Having led projects implementing new automated drilling technology across Western Canada, I've developed a deep appreciation for the intersection of technology and law. I'm excited to apply my technical background and legal education to help local businesses navigate intellectual property challenges and contribute to Manitoba's innovation ecosystem," says Reece.
Meagan Gillis
J.D. Candidate 2027
Meagan is a rising 2L law school student at the University of Manitoba. Prior to law school, Meagan completed her B. Comm. degree at the UBC Sauder School of Business. Meagan is excited to work at the clinic.
Cole Hutchison
J.D. Candidate 2027
Cole is a second-year law student at the University of Manitoba. He completed a Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) in finance with distinction at the Asper School of Business prior to law school. He has been involved in various student organizations, including the Business Law Group, Pro Bono Students Canada, and the Canadian Association of Business Students. Cole is looking forward to working with clients to help them achieve their goals.
Lee Margolis
J.D. Candidate 2027
Prior to attending Robson Hall, Lee completed a Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) at the Asper School of Business, double majoring in Finance and Marketing. He is excited to work with clients of the L. Kerry Vickar Clinic to help them overcoming legal obstacles this summer.
Donald Plant
J.D. Candidate 2027
Prior to attending law school, Donald completed a Bachelor of Arts with Distinction in Political Science at the University of Manitoba, before temporarily working in government. With a strong passion for both the business and arts sectors within the province, he is driven and excited to provide legal assistance to help Manitobans thrive.
Emily Trottier
J.D. Candidate 2027
Emily is a second-year law student at the University of Manitoba. Prior to law school, Emily completed a Bachelor of Arts with distinction majoring in Criminology and minoring Women and Gender Studies, and also worked for the Government of Manitoba’s Public Service Commission. With her background working in the community, Emily is excited to assist artists, non-profits, and entrepreneurs.
Alumni
J.D. Candidates 2025
- Ravi Balchan
- Zeynep Fattah
- Skylar Ferbers
- Connor Giesbrecht
- Lisa Haydey
- Moira Kennedy
- Alli Knox
- Carly Lafond
- Nicholas Ly
- Lauren Martin
- Mathew O’Connor
- Emily Palmer
- Pavle Rogic
- Daniel Rosenthal
- Carter Ross
- Corbin Stewart
- Kassandra Taverner
- Jeremy Tran
- Kaeten Wadwa
- Jordan Wagner
J.D. Candidates 2024
- Julian Brown
- Abhinav Dhingra
- Mario Elbardisy
- Kaylee Furber
- Scott Groot
- Reid Hunter
- Robert Johnstone
- Chian Kong Jok
- Cole Milberg
- Thomas Mooney
- David Nemy
- Justin Papoff
- Rebecca Penner
- Stephan Possin
- Jamie Robertson
- Ashley Slagerman
- Austin Sutherland
- Kerith Tung
- Syed Ullah
- Devan Vercaigne
- Kyle Wilfer
- Booker Zhang
J.D. Candidates 2023
- Ashley Bains
- Julia Beal
- Sipy Brar
- Dion Cheung
- Chris Dyck
- Isanne Goldberg
- Samantha Harvey
- Jonathan Hinman
- Elise Janzen
- Connor Jonsson
- Jenna Symons
- Johanna Thiessen
J.D. Candidates 2022
- Taylor Antonchuck
- Alexander Barnes
- Jessica Bevilacqua
- Shira Brand
- Alexandra Broggy
- Sebastian Burachynsky
- Tina Daschuk
- Jayelle Friesen
- Janelle Gobin
- Ryan Johnson
- Jill Klassen
- Jordan Lang
- Gavin LeBeau
- Alan Lempert
- Emily Lisi
- Brooke Mowatt
- Jack Powles
- Leah Suderman
- Reuben Van Gaalen
J.D. Candidates 2021
- Franco Aiello
- Alexis Bailey
- Tyson Bannatyne
- Jennifer Bisch
- Sukh Brar
- Reid Buchanan
- Steven Dressler
- Justin Gertenstein
- Lidet Getachew
- Ty Koshowski
- Suraj Lakhi
- Adele Lee
- Meghan Leung
- Justin MacKay
- Josh Micflikier
- Joel Olfert
- Owen Park
- Alexandra Philippot
- Evan Podaima
- Owen Sasek
- David Slonosky
- Jilian Stefanson
- Carter Suski
- Erin Tramley
All law students working at the Business Law Clinic are members of The Law Society of Manitoba as students-at-law and work under the supervision of an experienced lawyer.
All law students at the Faculty of Law are members of the Manitoba Law Students Association, the Manitoba Bar Association and The Canadian Bar Association.
All students participating in the Business Law Clinic are also supported business law mentors from the legal profession, and well as by faculty, staff and have access to practice tools and resources of E. K. Williams Law Library, including LexisNexis Quicklaw, Practice Advisor, Westlaw, various other online tools and extensive resources of UM Libraries, and complimentary online access, through the Canadian Corporate Counsel Association Mondaq Library, to Mondaq Knowledge Centres and Mondaq Comparative Guides.
Law students in the Clinic use the world’s leading cloud-based legal practice management software to manage files from start to finish courtesy of Clio’s Academic Access Program which helps students learn the practice of law using advanced legal technology to be efficient and effective as well as work remotely from anywhere.
Law Mentors
